A multiple-attribute decision-making approach to assess the disability of visually impaired workers

The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has redefined employability and disability. The measurement and evaluation of the disabled worker's residual capabilities, in terms of worker strengths and weaknesses, job requirements and work environment, is the first step to comply with the ADA. This...

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Published in:Journal of multi-criteria decision analysis 1995-09, Vol.4 (3), p.160-176
Main Authors: Ko, Min-Der, Chen, Jen-Gwo
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Analytic Hierarchy Process
disability assessment
Disability Index
multiple-attribute decision making
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Summary:The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) has redefined employability and disability. The measurement and evaluation of the disabled worker's residual capabilities, in terms of worker strengths and weaknesses, job requirements and work environment, is the first step to comply with the ADA. This study presents an application of multiple‐attribute decision‐making procedures. The task is to develop a single index for use in assessing the disability of visually impaired workers through a consideration of factors defined by the U.S. Employment Service for successful job performance. The index can also be used to identify and prioritize the need for reasonable accommodation and to match visually impaired workers to appropriate employment.
ISSN:1057-9214
1099-1360
DOI:10.1002/mcda.4020040303